The Michigan Insider

On the latest edition of The Michigan Basketball Insider Tim McCormick and Sam Webb reflect upon Michigan’s disappointing finish to the Big 10 and discuss the topugh roster questions that lie ahead. Could Brandon Johns or Zeb Jackson had made a difference this year? Will there be more transfer attrition this offseason? Should Michigan push for it? Tim and Sam then discuss the portal strategy/dynamics that could lead to more success. From there the duo offers preictions on whether Jett Howard, Kobe Bufkin, and Hunter Dickinson will return. The podcast closes with a preview of Michigan's NIT matchup with Toledo. 

Episode nine in the series features my recent sit-down with Michigan offensive lineman Zak Zinter discussing his decision to spend one last season donning the winged helmet. The two-time All-Big Ten selection shares his thoughts on the playoff loss to TCU and NIL progress at Michigan and how those considerations factored into his decision to return. Attention then turns to Sherrone Moore’s impact on him and the entire offensive line. After explaining why he thinks the offense is poised to rise to another level he reflects upon last season's blowout of Ohio State and subsequent NFL dalliance by Jim Harbaugh. After highlighting early impressions of the portal additions and heightened expectations for Braiden McGregor the episode closes with his outlook for his senior campaign.

In this week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich breakdown break down the deluge of recruits expected to visit Michigan in March including top targets Aaron Chiles, Blake Frazier, Jeremiah Beasley, and more. The crew also highlights U_M’s strong recruiting push in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, highlighting Chiles Good Counsel teammates Darien Mayo and Elijah Moore, and top targets Dylan Stewart and DD Holmes to name a few. The podcast concludes with a long discussion of Michigan’s standing with Beasley and a preview of an upcoming studio interview.

On the latest edition of The Michigan Basketball Insider Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss Michigan’s three game win streak culminating with the dramatic overtime victory over Wisconsin. Tim and Sam break down where the Wolverines stand in the latest bracketology and discuss what they must do to make the tournament U-M’s sudden ability to close games, Hunter Dickinson’s leadership, and the stellar play of Kobe Bufkin and Dug McDaniel. Tim and Sam highlight the recent draft buzz about Bufkin and debate where he would slot on draft boards this year versus next year, and also compared to Jett Howard. The duo then debates Tim’s player comparison for Howard before previewing the final two regular season games versus Illinois and Indiana.

On the latest edition of The Michigan Basketball Insider Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss the Michigan / Michigan State rivalry in the aftermath of the tragic events East Lansing earlier this month. The conversation shifts to the sudden impact of Tarris Reed and what the roles for Will Tschetter and Terrance Williams II should be moving forward. The podcast concludes with a discussion about Kobe Bufkin's rise up draft boards (is he the most improved player in the Big 10), Dug McDaniel's maturation, and what could be Hunter Dickinson's swan song.

In this week’s edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider, Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, and Brice Marich breakdown recent commitments from Mantrez Walker and Zach Ludwig. The trio then spotlights the high profile recruitments that Chris Partridge is already inserting Michigan in. The podcast concludes with an exclusive interview with Charlotte (N.C.) Providence Day quarterback Jadyn Davis about where things stand in his recruitment. Sam, Brice, and Steve then dissect what his comments mean for Michigan and discuss when it'll be time for the Wolverines to widen their QB net.

Episode eight in the series features my recent sit-down with Michigan wide receiver Cornelius Johnson and his father Claude Johnson, author of “The Black Fives: The Epic Story of Basketball's Forgotten Era.” Claude details his journey as an author on the inspiration he drew from his sons. Cornelius highlights the inspiration he drew from his father and the story of the Black Fives. The conversation shifts to athlete activism and influence history is motivating modern athletes to speak out more. From there the discussion turns to Cornelius’ journey at Michigan and his memorable showing versus Ohio State. The senior wideout then details his decision to return. He explains why JJ McCarthy emerged as a strong leader on a team full of them, and set expectations for his final season in the Maize & Blue. The interview winds down with his early impressions of some of the team’s young players and dad’s preview of lies ahead for The Black Fives Foundation and book.

The latest episode in TMI's longform interview series features Sam Webb's recent sit-down with Michigan offensive lineman Trevor Keegan discussing his decision to spend one last season donning the winged helmet. The two-time All-Big Ten selection reflects upon his Michigan journey to this point, the injury adversity he’s had to overcome, and Sherrone Moore’s impact on him and the entire offensive line. Keegan also takes us inside the leadership dynamic on the team and explains why the team didn’t miss a beat down two captains. After sharing his thoughts on the emergence of JJ McCarthy, attention turns to the last season scare from Illinois. A lengthy conversation about the rivalry with Ohio State and the build-up to this year’s blow out comes next. The talk then shifts to a dissection of what went wrong versus TCU in the college football playoff. The interview winds down with insight into how the team handled Harbaugh’s dalliances with the NFL, early impressions of additions from the transfer portal, and his outlook for his senior season.

On the latest edition of The Michigan Basketball Insider Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss the improvements the Wolverines showed during their three-game win streak and break down the matchup with Indiana. Junior big man Hunter Dickinson joined the podcast to reflect the season to date. He shares his joys and frustrations, his updated view of NIL at Michigan, and discusses some of the factors that will play into his decision on whether to return for another year… including his legacy in Ann Arbor.

Tim McCormick and Sam Webb discuss Michigan's back to back victories over Northwestern and Ohio State, and look ahead to this week’s matchups with Nebraska and Indiana. Tim and Sam break down key adjustments Hunter Dickinson made on the offensive end of the floor, his teammates’ improvement on post entry, Kobe Bufkin’s improved all-around play, and signs of growth from Dug McDaniel and Joey Baker.